All Countries
Sem, Norway
Vestfold · Norway
Sem is a small town in Vestfold, Norway with a population of 1,827. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Sem, Norway
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,827 |
| Population Density | 2,436 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.2823°, 10.3300° |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
| Country | 🇳🇴 Norway |
| State / Province | Vestfold |
| Average Temperature | 44°F (7°C) |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.5 inches (901 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.7 inches (25 cm) |
About Sem
Sem is a small town in Norway (Vestfold) with a population of 1,827. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Oslo.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below Norway avg | |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,436/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.2823°N, 10.3300°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Oslo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1966 | EASTERN NORWAY | Meteorological | 6.0 m | - | 39 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 28°F (-2°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.8 in |
Sem has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 28°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Sem
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sem skole | - | - | - | - |
| Vennerød skole | - | - | - | - |
| Bibelskolen på Fossnes | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Sem
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Buskerud | music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Sem
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminiummuseet | ||||
| Færder Militærhistoriske Museum | ||||
| Gokstad Kystlag | ||||
| Gulli skolemuseum | ||||
| Haugar kunstmuseum | ||||
| Holmestrand museum | ||||
| Horten bilmuseum | ||||
| Hvalfangstmuseet | ||||
| Hvasser Kystmuseum | ||||
| Kaupang Midgardsenteret | ||||
| KNM Narvik | ||||
| Kystkultursenteret | ||||
| Lokalhistorisk senter | ||||
| Midgard vikingsenter | ||||
| Motormuseet | ||||
| Munchs hus | ||||
| Olav og Emma Duuns hus «Fjellvang» | ||||
| Preus Fotomuseum | ||||
| Reidvin-tunet | ||||
| Royal Norwegian Navy Museum | ||||
| Slottsfjellsmuseet | ||||
| Stokke bygdetun | ||||
| The Whaler «Southern Actor» | ||||
| Tønsberg Sjøfartshistoriske Senter | ||||
| Våle prestegård | ||||
| Vallø & omegn Historielag Museum | ||||
| Vestfoldarkivet | ||||
| Vestfoldtunet |
Libraries in Sem
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andebu bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Hof bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Holmestrand bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Horten bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Horten bibliotek, Åsgårdstrand | 0.0 | |||||
| Prison library | 0.0 | |||||
| Revetal bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandefjord bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Stokke bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tjøme bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Tønsberg og Færder bibliotek | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sem
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veierland Gårdsusalg |
Restaurants in Sem
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Sem
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sem
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sem
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sem
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sem
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Sem
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Færder Mikrobryggeri | ||||
| Sandar Haandverksbryggeri |
Stadiums & Teams in Sem
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sem
24 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leirskallen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Nylendlia skianlegg | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Lillomarka Arena | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Linderudkollen hoppbakke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Modum skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Trollbakkene | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Holmenkollen National Ski Arena | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Oslo Skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| SNØ Oslo | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Jerikobakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Martabakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Jardarkollen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Tagtvedtbakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ingierkollen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Trolldalen skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Løvaasjordet | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Høvikbakken | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Ellingsrudkollen | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gjerpenkollen hoppbakke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Stillerud akebakke | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Montebello ski resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Høgås alpinsenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Breimyrbakkene | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Siljan skisenter | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Sem
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sandefjord Airport, Torp | TRF | Large Airport |
| Moss Airport, Rygge | - | Medium Airport |
| Askestad Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hokksund Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Huseby Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jarlsberg Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lier Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lillestrøm Airfield, Kjeller | - | Small Airport |
| Ruteig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ski Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Skitnerød flyplass | - | Small Airport |
| Torsnes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Veum Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sem
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Sem post i butikk |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sem
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Arnadal kirke | |
| Arnadal kirke |
Quick Facts
🇳🇴 About Norway
Public Holidays in Norway
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sem
What is the population of Sem?
Sem has a population of 1,827 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,436 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sem?
Sem has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.